Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

A Supply Ship Docks with the International Space Station

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for May 14, 2008 is “A Supply Ship Docks with the International Space Station,” an image. It is credited to Credit: ISS Expedition 16 Crew, NASA. The original explanation runs about 146 words.

A Supply Ship Docks with the International Space Station
Credit: ISS Expedition 16 Crew, NASA Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“Looking out a window of the International Space Station brings breathtaking views. Visible vistas include a vast and colorful Earth , a deep dark sky , and an occasional spaceship sent to visit the station.”

— APOD editors, May 14, 2008

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
May 14, 2008
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: ISS Expedition 16 Crew, NASA
Copyright
No copyright notice on the entry. Check the credited institution’s own usage rules before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 146 words

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